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West Calf Barn

Buckden (5mls NW), Yorkshire Dales
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Sleeps 4
Bedrooms 2
Bathrooms 2
Change Sat
No Dogs
5 star
Downstairs bathroom
Enclosed garden / patio
Open fire / wood burner
Internet access
Luxury
Parking on site / nearby
Decorated for Christmas
Towels included
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At a glance

  • Stunning converted barn with outstanding views of the surrounding countryside
  • Quiet, rural location in the heart of the Yorkshire Dales with an abundance of walks nearby
  • Within easy reach of many charming villages, such as Kettlewell, Grassington and Hawes
Property code: 82602

With breath-taking views from every angle, this stunning barn conversion is a rural retreat for those wanting to explore The Dales, yet enjoy a little bit of luxury.

Immerse yourselves in the spectacular beauty of the Yorkshire Dales National Park when you stay at this handsome stone barn, surrounded by spellbinding scenery. Nestled on the fringes of Oughtershaw, a North Yorkshire hamlet approximately 13.5 miles from Aysgarth, it is also well-positioned for reaching the market town of Hawes, 6 miles away, and is ideal for anyone who enjoys walking or cycling. Wake up to far-reaching views out over the undulating countryside then head off on long hikes, attempting, perhaps, a stretch of the Dales Way, which runs close by. Up to four guests are welcome to stay at the two-bedroom property, making it ideal for a family break or two couples keen to retreat to this picturesque corner of Yorkshire together.

Tear yourselves away from the views and make your way into the beautifully converted country property. Find accommodation here that melds traditional elements, such as exposed stonework, with sleek contemporary features. Head into the hall, where there is space for shoes and jackets, before putting the kettle on, lighting the wood burner in the lounge and settling down to enjoying some quality time away together. Choose a film to watch on the Smart TV in here; enjoy a few pages of your holiday novel and pull open the doors onto the terrace on fine days.

As mealtimes beckon, decide whose turn it is to prepare a tasty treat with delicious, ingredients found on your forays out into the towns and villages of the Yorkshire Dales. The stylish kitchen, with its white marble surfaces, has all the extra touches required to make your stay just that little bit more special. Keep your food fresh in the American-style fridge/freezer; chill your wine in the cooler and make steaming cups of coffee in the Dolce Gusto machine. Dine in here as you gaze out at your glorious surroundings or pull open the bifold doors and serve up in the fresh air against the scenic backdrop. Also at ground-floor level are a utility room, with a handy washing machine and tumble dryer, and a shower room with a WC.

Head on up to the first floor at the end of each magical day. Both inviting bedrooms are up here and are filled with natural light: wake up to the beauty of your surroundings from either a double bedroom or a twin room. A bathroom, featuring a bath with a shower above and a WC, is also on the first floor.

Savour the ease of both indoor and outdoor living at this unique holiday home. As often as possible, amble out onto the wrap-around terrace to soak up the serenity, along with the sweeping Yorkshire vistas. Fire up the BBQ and sizzle supper in the open on fine days. Have a last glass of wine out here as the sun goes down. There is a shed for your bikes and other outdoor gear here, as well as off-road parking for three cars. Please note: this holiday home has its own water supply.

  • 2 bedrooms - 1 double and 1 twin
  • 2 bathrooms - 1 bathroom with shower-over-bath and WC and 1 shower room with WC
  • Electric oven and hob, microwave, American-style fridge/freezer, dishwasher, wine fridge and Dolce Gusto coffee machine
  • Utility room with washing machine and tumble dryer
  • Welcome pack on arrival
  • Wood burner (first 2 baskets of logs included, thereafter available at a small cost)
  • Oil fired heating, underfloor throughout the ground floor
  • Smart TVs in lounge and both bedrooms
  • Large enclosed terrace with BBQ and garden furniture
  • Off-road parking for 3 cars
  • Electric charging for cars is not permitted at the property
  • Lockable shed for bike storage
  • Nearest pub 4.5 miles, shop and restaurant 6 miles
  • Private water supply from bore hole
  • No children under 7 years allowed due to safety reasons
  • This property will be decorated for Christmas
  • Arrival: 16:00 onwards
  • Departure: before 10:00, unless otherwise stated in your arrival details
  • Sorry, no dogs allowed
  • There is an Accidental Damage Deposit of £200 when booking at this property, however this may be waived for £25. We’ll provide more details about this when booking your holiday.

The tranquil hamlet of Oughtershaw is in a great location for exploring the Yorkshire Dales. From here, pick up the Dales Way – this is an 80-mile, long-distance footpath, which runs from Ilkley, in West Yorkshire, to Bowness-on-Windermere, in Cumbria. Try following a 15-mile stretch to pretty Dent, with its cobbled streets. As you walk, absorb the verdant landscape against which many of the scenes from the famous country vet TV series, All Creatures Great and Small, was filmed.

Oughtershaw is approximately 6 miles from Hawes, a delightful Wensleydale market town, where you can potter for a time; shop for local produce, dine out in a country inn or take refreshment in a friendly tearoom. Aysgarth, also in Wensleydale, is 13.5 miles away. This scenic village is home to the Aysgarth Falls, which were featured in the film Robin Hood: Prince of Thieves! The village also boasts many great options for eating out, including popular pubs and cute cafes.

If you visit in spring, you must also be sure to spend time at Freeholders’ Wood, 15 miles away, where bluebells, anemones and primroses will be in full bloom. The stunning landscape of Wensleydale includes 25 miles of lush valleys, criss-crossed with the area’s iconic dry-stone walls. If you enjoy walking and countryside views, you will not be short of things to do, with Wensleydale providing delightful moorland, dale-side and valley walks. Wensleydale is also sandwiched between Wharfedale and Swaledale if you fancy exploring further afield.

Spend the day exploring this picturesque paradise then visit another Yorkshire village, such as Buckden, 6 miles from Oughtershaw, Kettlewell, 9.5 miles away, or scenic Grassington, 16 miles away, in Upper Wharfedale. Wander the cobbled streets of stone buildings here, join in one of the many annual events and festivals that take place in the village and enjoy the views.

Kirsten Wilcock

This property is personally managed by Kirsten.

Reviews

From guests that have stayed at the property.

Based on 24 guest ratings

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Reviewed by Anita 9th December 2023

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Luxureous, pretty, very well equiped cottage in a stunningly beautiful environment. Would highly reccomend to everyone needing to be away from it all.

Reviewed by Karen 2nd September 2023

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The barn is very clean and well equipped. In a very rural location. Would recommend.

Reviewed by David 19th August 2023

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Fabulous cottage and one of the best we have ever stayed in. The fixtures and fittings are all 1st class, nicely matching and spotlessly clean. Pretty much everything has been thought of and provided to make it a real home from home. Cottage is nicely placed for walks round Buckden/Kettlewell and also Rubblehead/Horton.

Reviewed by Pauline 8th July 2023

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Stunning cottage. Can't fault. High quality throughout. Beautiful location. Owners have certainly given cottage plenty of thought into decor. exceptional throughout

Reviewed by John 24th June 2023

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Excellent holiday Cottage in a great Dales location .

Reviewed by Andrea 27th May 2023

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A wonderful cottage in an amazing location. The cottage was spotless and had everything you needed. The hosts were perfect too.

Reviewed by Barry 24th May 2023

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West Calf Barn is a stunning property in beautiful surroundings, finished to a very high standard and very well furnished and equipped, with finishing touches like fresh flowers to make it even more welcoming. The standard of cleanliness was extremely high. The outside patio areas were well furnished and again very clean with views of open countrysRead moreide in all directions. By far, one of the best rental properties we have ever stayed in. Hide

Reviewed by Mike 29th April 2023

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Fantastic location fantastic cottage if you are looking for a stress free / peaceful time it couldnt be better

Reviewed by Glen 22nd April 2023

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West Calf Barn is a dream of a holiday let. Beautifully presented in every way. Location for us was perfect. Sharon and Nigel are lovely hosts, and nothing is to much trouble. Enjoyed every minute of our holiday!

Reviewed by Kitty 18th March 2023

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The barn is in a beautiful spot in the Dales. Lots of lapwings and oyster catchers making their lovely sounds. The house is spotlessly clean and warm throughout. The kitchen has everything you need and the quality of the crockery, cutlery, bed linen, towels etc is really great. The beds are far too comfy (!) and the showers are great - good power sRead morehowers. The woodburner is really efficient which is what you want after a cold, windy walk. Generally, top quality throughout the barn. Hide

Reviewed by Laura 4th November 2022

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An exceptional property! It was immaculately clean, tidy, and the decor is beautiful and modern but still with a touch of a country cottage feel to it. The barn has everything you need, including washing machine, underfloor heating and a well-stocked welcome basket! The location is great and has fantastic views. Its so remote and quiet with lovely Read morewalks on the doorstep. We absolutely loved the wood burner too! Nigel and Sharon have done amazing with this renovation, we would highly recommend! Hide

Reviewed by Paul 15th October 2022

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The property is excellent, furnished to a high standard. Lovely areas outside and all the facilities you need or would want. Views from various rooms and outside are a bonus, the landscape around the property is so unspoilt.

Reviewed by Robert 17th September 2022

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Reviewed by Christine 10th September 2022

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Really good rural location and views. Clean and pleased to have underfloor heating as autumn approaches. Generous welcome basket.

Reviewed by Irene 27th August 2022

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This was one of the best self catering accommodation we have had the pleasure of renting. The view was outstanding, everything within the accommodation was first class and the beds were very comfortable which is always a good thing, especially if you have back problems. The lovely guests welcome pack was also very well received. We will definitely Read morehighly recommend West Calf Barn to our friends and family. Hide

Reviewed by Deanne 6th August 2022

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A lovely remote quiet place with beautiful decor and lots of lovely touches that made it easy to settle in. The views are picturesque and country walks & rivers are on the doorstep. The terrace at the back is a lovely place for alfresco dining & watching the sun set. The owners keep it very clean & presentable. Its central for visiting lots of placRead morees in and around the National park. Hide

Reviewed by Margaret 16th July 2022

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A truly beautiful barn conversion in an amazing location. The decor is just fabulous, the property is finished to a very high standard throughout. We both enjoyed a fabulous holiday, the area has so much to offer, just perfect. The weather was very kind to us which was the icing on the cake! We hope to return and would have no hesitation in recommeRead morending. Many thanks Nigel and Sharon Hide

Reviewed by Mike 2nd July 2022

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We were completely blown away upon entering the cottage. Simply amazing. Everything you could possibly need for a comfortable and relaxing holiday. Lots of lovely little extra touches, including a wonderful welcome basket. All this and situated in the most idyllic setting . Cant wait to visit again !

Reviewed by Pat 18th June 2022

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The cottage is fitted to a very high standard, inside and out.

Reviewed by Peter James 11th June 2022

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The West Calf Barn is wonderful. Not only is the interior up to the highest standards, it feels comfortable and easy to relax in. Also, if you like to get away from it all the location is ideal. There are walks on the doorstep, and easy access to the best bits of the Dales. Birdwatchers will not need to move from the cottage and its easy to simply Read morechill. Hide

Reviewed by Sophie 28th May 2022

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Just wow. This is easily the best holiday cottage we have stayed in. Everything has been thought of and more by Nigel and Sharon. The barn itself has been sympathetically converted and finished to a very high spec. What really impressed us was the kitchen, not just well designed but also very well equipped. The location is stunning, nestled in a drRead moreamatic landscape with the Dales Way right outside the front door and Hawes a 15min drive away. It was a home from home, and we will def be back. Hide

Reviewed by Mike 30th April 2022

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Reviewed by Kristina 23rd April 2022

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We have had a lovely weeks stay at this beautiful barn, every attention to detail you can think of, welcome basket fabulous, location peace and quiet, remote, with lots of walks on the doorstep right on the yorkshire dales way, Hawes village a few miles away with shopping, food shop and pubs and cafes. Owners Sharon and Nigel very helpful and welcoRead moreming. We hope to return. Hide

Reviewed by Samantha 16th April 2022

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A beautifully appointed cottage in a calm and quiet setting. We loved the walks straight from the cottage so we didn't need to drive to see the beauty of the surrounding country side. We also had a very generous welcome basket with Easter chocolate included. We will hope to return.

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